A new report from Monroe County  shows 406 people died from opioid or cocaine overdoses in 2022. There was a 14% increase from fentanyl or heroin from 2021 through 2022 and a 34% increase from cocaine related overdoses in Monroe County. If you need services for yourself or family members call University of Rochester recovery […]

Governor Hochul announced that school districts are receiving more than $5 million to boost mental health programs. This will help enhance the role of guidance counselors and train other staff. Mental health in kids has become a concern since the COVID pandemic. The governor cites a loss of social connection during the pandemic as one […]

The Rochester City School District’s special lottery for schools affected by the reconfiguration — under which 11 schools and five buildings are to close — will begin on Friday, Dec. 1. the lottery will run through Jan. 5. “The special lottery affects K-5 students in closing schools, 9-11 students at Franklin and Northeast, and many […]

World AIDS Day is observed on December 1 each year. Two World Health Organization public information officers started World AIDS Day in 1988 as an international day for global health. World AIDS Day is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, to show support for people living with HIV, and […]

During an interview with GQ, Offset opened up about how advice he received from Tyler, The Creator helped him be inspired about performing and his overall persona as an entertainer and musician. Offset stated: “I was telling [Tyler] my vision of being a standout artist, and a solo artist, and reinventing myself. I was glorifying […]

Happy December! Looking for a way to celebrate this holiday season? We’ve got a couple of local events happening today (Friday, December 1st). The Genesee Brewery is hosting its annual keg tree lighting from 5-9 pm, with the lighting scheduled for 6:30. Food trucks will be on hand for the family-friendly event. For the adults, […]